Japan U19 vs Tanzania U19 Live Score: U19 World Cup 2026 Match Updates
The U19 World Cup 2026 continues with an exciting clash between Japan U19 and Tanzania U19 at the High Performance Oval in Windhoek. This match promises to showcase emerging cricket talent from two nations making their mark in youth cricket.
Toss and Match Start: Tanzania Opt to Bat First
In a crucial decision at the toss, Tanzania U19 captain Laksh Bakrania won and elected to bat first against Japan U19. This strategic choice puts pressure on the Tanzanian batting lineup to set a competitive total on what appears to be a good batting surface in Windhoek.
Early Wicket: Japan Strikes First
The match saw an early breakthrough for Japan as Charlie Hara-Hinze claimed the first wicket, dismissing Karim Rashidi Kiseto for a duck. This early success gives Japan U19 momentum in the opening overs of this important U19 World Cup encounter.
Complete Squad Details for Both Teams
Tanzania U19 Squad:
- Acrey Pascal Hugo (wicketkeeper)
- Darpan Jobanputra
- Ayaan Ashik Shariff
- Rehaan Ahtif
- Agustino Meya Mwamele
- Laksh Bakrania (captain)
- Simba Mbaki
- Ally Hafidhi
- Hamza Ally Onai
- Raymond Francis
- Khalidy Juma
- Alfred Daniel
- Karim Rashidi Kiseto
- Omary Ramadhani
- Abdulazak Mohamedi
- Dylan Thakrar
Japan U19 Squad:
- Hugo Kelly
- Nihar Parmar
- Nikhil Pol
- Charles Hinze
- Montgomery Hara Hinze
- Kazuma Kato Stafford (captain)
- Timothy Moore
- Skyler Nakayama Cook (wicketkeeper)
- Gabriel Hara Hinze
- Ryuki Ozeki
- Kai Wall
- Kaisei Doggett
- Chihaya Sekine
- Sandev Waduge
- Taylor Waugh
Match Context and Tournament Significance
This U19 World Cup 2026 match represents a significant opportunity for both teams to gain valuable experience against international opposition. For Tanzania, building on their decision to bat first will be crucial, while Japan will look to capitalize on their early wicket and maintain pressure throughout the innings.
The High Performance Oval in Windhoek has historically provided balanced conditions for both batting and bowling, making this an intriguing contest between two developing cricket nations. Fans can expect competitive cricket as these young players showcase their skills on the global stage.
Stay tuned for continuous updates as this Japan U19 vs Tanzania U19 encounter unfolds in the U19 World Cup 2026 tournament.
